1,483 community cases; 243 hospitalisations; 5 in ICU

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BRADENTON, Fla. - Five days after Hurricane Ian made landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast, close to 700,000 residents were still without power.Governor Ron DeSantis said an army of 42,000 utility workers responded to the call for help to restore outages.They answered, from Pennsylvania to Kansas and beyond. MORE: Alafia River flooding peaks at 18 feet after Hurricane Ian, surrounding nearby homes with waterThe streets of Paradise Bay Estates, off Cortez Road in Bradenton, were lined with utility trucks Sunday afternoon.Gary Wilt is a snowbird from Illinois. He returned home to Paradise Bay Sunday after evacuating ahead of the storm.Crews from Illinois, Kansas and Pennsylvania helped restore power in Florida Most of his community was still in the dark, but hopefully not for much longer."I’m telling everyone, ‘thanks for being here,’" Wilt said of the linemen in his neighborhood.

Covid cases could rise again. Similarly, every autumn and winter the UK's most vulnerable people are at risk from flu. With vaccines for both available, one pharmacist is urging people to take up the offer.

EGG HARBOR TWP. N.J. - The relentless rain and wind made for a messy day down at the shore.

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES - 2020/05/19: Construction workers wearing protective face masks on site. National Grid resumed the North Brooklyn "MRI" Pipeline construction by allegedly authorizing themselves to continue, despite the risks of the A recent survey reveals that not all drivers can recognize and understand different road signs despite having their licenses for many years. Myvision.org surveyed more than 1,060 drivers about road signs and other distractions they face when behind the wheel.

NORRISTOWN, Pa. - Pennsylvania American Water lifted the boil water advisory initially issued September 30, due to a water main break in East Norriton. Officials say the issue is resolved.More than 11,000 customers in parts of Montgomery County had been advised to boil their water before consumption due to the increased risk of contamination. According to Pennsylvania American Water, loss of positive water pressure was experienced after the water main break. West Reading, PA - June 15: A photo illustration of tap water in a clear glass drinking glass in West Reading, PA Tuesday afternoon June 15, 2021.

A view during the game between the New York Jets and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K.

Mark Wahlberg attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Netflix's "Me Time" at Regency Village Theatre on August 23, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) BOSTON (AP) - A home where entertainers Mark and Donnie Wahlberg’s family once lived was damaged by fire Sunday in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood, the fire department said.The blaze in a nearby home at around 10 a.m., but spread to another three buildings because of strong winds, Fire Commissioner Paul Burke said.

COVID-19 for the week of Sept. 4-10.The number is down from the week prior, when 475 cases were confirmed.

intensive care doctor on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic says from his perspective, Manitobans may not be hit quite as hard by a fall wave of the virus as they have by other waves.Dr. Anand Kumar told 680 CJOB’s The News that he’s seen things generally improving on the COVID front.“I think we’re definitely getting there,” he said.“We’re still going to see significant surprises now and then — it’s probably not going to be everything rosy down the road, but on the overall angle, things are getting better.” Latest Manitoba numbers reveal COVID-19 severe outcomes up Kumar, who is also an infectious disease specialist, said one of the main problems he foresees with a fall wave will be hospital staff contracting the virus and missing work, thereby adding to the already serious staffing issues facing local hospitals.“Although we may not see the kind of numbers we’ve had in the past with ICU admissions and hospital admissions, we’re still going to see a significant bump,” he said.“Where we’re going to get hit is — given that there are no restrictions in the community — we’ll probably see a lot of health-care workers go down with COVID in terms of having to take time off work, and that will redouble the difficulty in terms of staffing.”According to last week’s provincial data, COVID-related hospitalizations had seen a slight increase, with 70 people taken to hospital, up from 67 the previous week.Of those Manitobans, 16 people were admitted to ICU, up from nine.As far as COVID prevention is concerned, booking appointments became available Monday for those who are eligible for the bivalent COVID-19 vaccine.

New Delhi: India reported 6,422 fresh covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours, according to the data by the Union health ministry on Thursday New Delhi: India reported 6,422 fresh covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours, according to the data by the Union health ministry on Thursday. There has been a rise in the number of infections after 5,108 cases were reported on Wednesday.

India has reported a rise in daily Covid tally with 6,422 fresh infections in the last 24 hours, according to an update by the Union health ministry on Thursday.  Earlier on Wednesday, the country saw a rise in infections with 5,108 Covid cases after it reported 4,369 Covid-19 cases on Tuesday.  As per the ministry data, the active cases in the country also saw a rise with caseload at 46,389 from the earlier 45,749. An increase of 640 cases has been recorded in the active Covid-19 caseload in a span of 24 hours. The death toll climbed to 28,250 with 34 fatalities which includes 20 deaths reconciled by Kerala, the data updated at 8 am stated.

New COVID-19 cases worldwide fell 28% last week—marking a fifth straight week of declining cases—and COVID-related deaths dropped 22% from the previous week, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in its weekly update today.

COBB COUNTY, Ga. - One of the Cobb County deputies shot and killed in the line of duty last week will be laid to rest Wednesday.Deputy Jonathan Randall Koleski and Deputy Marshall Samuel Ervin, Jr. were killed while attempting to serve an arrest warrant for a suspect wanted for theft last Thursday night at a home near Marietta.Wednesday, family, friends, and the community will gather together to pay their respects to Koleski at Northstar Church in Kennesaw starting with a public visitation starting at 9 a.m.

Delhi High Court took a note of a plea moved by the DGCA and said the conduct of Breath Analyser Test for staff of ATC, commercial pilots, cabin crew, and other staff members shall continue as per the guidelines. Justice Pratibha M Singh passed this direction on the plea moved by DGCA seeking modification in the order 11 May, 2021.

As many as 215.67 crore total vaccine doses, including 94.57 crore second dose and 18.70 crore precaution doses, have been administered so far under the nationwide vaccination drive. A total of 19,25,881 doses were administered in the last 24 hours. NEW DELHI: India recorded 5,108 fresh Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours, the Union health ministry said in an update on Wednesday.

4,369 Covid-19 cases.  As per the ministry data, the active cases has further declined to 45,749 from 46,347. The death toll climbed to 52,82,16 with 19 fatalities, which includes 12 deaths reconciled by Kerala, the data updated at 8 am stated. The daily positivity rate was recorded at 1.44 percent while the weekly positivity rate stands at 1.70 percent, it showed.

LOS ANGELES - Starbucks – ringing up record sales but struggling with low employee morale – plans to spend $450 million next year to make its North American stores more efficient and less complex.The company also said it plans to open 2,000 net new stores in the U.S. by 2025, with an emphasis on meeting the growing demand for new types of service, including drive-thru, mobile ordering and delivery. Drive-thru now makes up 50% of U.S.

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia rapper PnB Rock has reportedly died after he was shot at a popular restaurant in Los Angeles. According to a report from TMZ, the rapper, 30, was shot at Roscoe's House of Chicken 'N Waffles in Inglewood on Monday afternoon. Local officials and communities have begun expressing their sorrows following the rapper's shooting death. Several music venues in Philadelphia began commemorating the rapper by displaying his name on signs. Philadelphia rapper Meek Mill, whose song "Dangerous" features PnB Rock, said the news has put him in a "survival mentality." New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy called PnB Rock "a star in the industry" and offered his condolences to the rapper's family. Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson also tweeted about the rapper and his experience meeting him at an anti-violence rally in the city. Representative Malcom Kenyatta called PnB Rock's death a "huge loss for Philadelphia." The rapper's death comes as he and entertainment personality DJ Akademics discussed crime in Los Angeles during a podcast interview. His top Billboard hits include "Everday We Lit," "Dangerous," "Selfish," and "Leave Em Alone."This is a developing story.

long Covid.  Lingering symptoms -- from chronic fatigue and “brain fog" to breathlessness -- are estimated to afflict around 10% to 20% of Covid cases. So far, the condition and its causes have perplexed doctors, prompting calls for more research to find ways to treat and prevent it.

The total number of active cases in the country stood at 46,347, while daily positivity rate was recorded at 1.25% New Delhi: India recorded 4,369 fresh Covid cases in the past 24 hours, according to the data by the Union health ministry on Tuesday. The total number of active cases in the country now stands at 46,347.

India recorded 4,369 fresh Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, according to an update by the Union health ministry on Tuesday. Active cases now stand at 46,347. India recorded 4,369 fresh Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, according to an update by the Union health ministry on Tuesday.

Today we are reporting 1,941 community cases and 241 current hospitalisations.

SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - A South Philadelphia community activist is being honored four years after her death. She was known for her work with at-risk children and being a pillar of her community."It's a wonderful day for us.

India’s active cases now stand at 47,176. The daily positivity rate was recorded at 2.82% and the weekly positivity rate at 1.72%, according to the health ministry data. New Delhi: India recorded 5,221 fresh Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, according to an update by the Union health ministry on Monday.

India has recorded 5,221 fresh Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, according to the Union Health Ministry data on Monday. Currently, the country's active caseload declined to 47,176. Yesterday, India had 47,945 active cases.  The daily positivity rate was recorded at 2.82% and the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 1.72%, according to the health ministry.

Today we are reporting 1,149 community cases and 225 current hospitalisations.

Covid-19: The daily positivity rate was recorded at 1.58% and the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 1.72%. India logged 5,076 new covid-19 infections in the last 24 hours, the Union health ministry said in an update on Sunday. The country’s active caseload declined to 47,945, with total reported cases, since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020.

The country’s active caseload declined to 48,850, with total reported cases, since the onset of the pandemic at more than 4.44 crore New Delhi: India logged 5,554 new covid-19 cases and 18 deaths due to the infection in the last 24 hours, the Union health ministry said in an update on Saturday. The country’s active caseload declined to 48,850, with total reported cases, since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020, at more than 4.44 crore.

India lodged 5,554 new covid-19 infections in the last 24 hours, the Union health ministry said in an update on Saturday. The country’s active caseload declined to 48,850, with total reported cases, since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020. The daily positivity rate was recorded at 1.47% and the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 1.80%, according to the health ministry.

The Centre has directed states and union territories to monitor incoming international travellers as a part of revised surveillance strategy in context of covid-19.Besides this, states have been also asked to monitor lnfluenza-like illness (lLl) & SARI cases, undertake constant genome sequencing, and step-up vaccination. NEW DELHI: India lodged 6,093 new covid-19 infections and 31-related deaths in the last 24 hours, the Union health ministry said in an update on Friday. The country’s active caseload declined to 49,636, with total reported cases, since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020, at more than 4.44 crore.

As per the health ministry data, active Covid cases have further declined to 49,636 from 50,342. The active cases comprises 0.11 per cent of the total infections. India recorded 6,093 new Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, according to the Union Health Ministry data on Friday.

COVID-19 in B.C. hospitals ticked upward this week, as admissions showed signs of continuing their downward trend.As of Sept. 8, there were 324 cases in hospital, a one-week increase of 18, while the number of cases in critical care fell by three to 22, according to the B.C.

Assam has 2802 active cases, Gujarat has 1353 active cases. Karnataka 4373 active cases while Kerala has 10659 active cases New Delhi: India has logged 6,395 new covid-19 cases and 33 deaths in the last 24 hours, the union health ministry data showed on Thursday. The country’s active caseload is nearly 50,000 while total number of covid cases rose to 4.4 crore with 5,28,090 fatalities so far.

India saw another rise in Covid-19 cases with 6,396 infections reported in the last 24 hours, according to the Union health ministry data updated on Thursday. The rise comes a day after the country reported 5,379 cases. Prior on 6 September, India saw lowest cases in three months which was 4,417.

Today we are reporting 1,653 community cases, 254 current hospitalisations.

WHO informed in its pandemic report. WHO's technical lead on Covid-19 Maria Van Kerkhove noted that the virus has still not settled into a seasonal pattern and will require constant surveillance and possible changes in diagnostics, treatments and vaccines.

Eye donation and transplantation which were severely hit due to the Covid-19 pandemic, are now witnessing a spike in the national capital Delhi. According to Dr JS Titiyal, Chief of RP Centre, AIIMS, Delhi said, "COVID really killed the eye donation movement in the country during the first wave". Dr Titiyal said that he had hoped to touch 3,000 transplantations per year, however, due to Covid-19, the target will take another nearly three years to achieve.

At the global level, COVID-19 cases declined for the fourth week in a row, which the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) said is encouraging, though not a guarantee that the trend will persist in the months ahead.

While Delhi witnessed an active caseload of 1,021, Maharashtra has 7,701 cases and Haryana 815 cases, New Delhi: India logged around 5,379 new covid cases and 27 deaths in the last 24 hours. The trajectory of active cases have reached to 50,594 taking the total number of covid cases to more than 4.4 crore and 528057 deaths so far, the union health ministry data stated on Wednesday. While Delhi witnessed an active caseload of 1,021, Maharashtra has 7,701 cases, Haryana has recorded 815 cases, Assam has reported 2819 cases while Kerala has reported more than 10149 covid cases at present.

India gave emergency approval to the world’s second covid-19 vaccine that can be delivered as nasal drops. The vaccine was jointly developed by Covaxin-maker Bharat Biotech and Washington University St.

Today we are reporting 1,793 community cases and 260 current hospitalisations.

Krispy Kreme’s ChurrDough Collection. (Credit: Provided / Krispy Kreme) CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Krispy Kreme has unveiled a new collection of doughnuts inspired by churros, a deep-fried pastry coated in cinnamon sugar that’s popular in Spain, Mexico, and increasingly across the U.S.The "ChurrDough" treats were officially launched on Monday and will only be available through Sept.

In the last 24 hours, more than 6,032 people recovered from covid, with total recoveries since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020 at 4,38,86,496. NEW DELHI: Daily fresh covid cases continued to decline in India, with 4,417 new infections reported in the last 24 hours, according to an update by the Union health ministry on Tuesday. India’s active cases now stand at 52,336.

India on Tuesday recorded a decline in daily Covid-19 cases for the third consecutive day with the country logging 4,417 new infection in 24 hours, according to Union Health Ministry data. Yesterday, the country reported 5,910 cases.  The actives cases in the country has further declined to 52,336. A total number of recoveries in the country stands at 43,886,496.

Today we are reporting 2,035 community cases, 273 current hospitalisations.